Clear legal answers for expats in Switzerland

Permits, employment, family and tenancy matters.  Speak with a Swiss immigration specialist or independent attorney — online or in person.

CHF 300 — up to 45 minutes
Focused legal consultation, clear answers, and a written summary with practical next steps.

Book an online consultation with an immigration specialist or an attorney

Book your consultation

Schedule a consultation with a Swiss immigration specialist or independent Swiss attorney, depending on your matter, online via Zoom or in person in Geneva. We have successfully advised more than 5,000 individuals since 2008.

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People advised
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Immigration specialists
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External Lawyers

Work permit applications in Switzerland, how to?

ALEXA answers the following questions:
Consultation in the Office with an independent lawyer in Geneva
Immigration specialists working on a Permit matter
Independent attorneys preparing a zoom online meeting
Alexa Mossaz, one of our immigration specialists for your swiss permits

Great service and very friendly staff. Highly recommend.

Legal Expat is very professional and we can feel it from the beginning.”

5/5

“One-stop-shop for your immigration services!

Alexa Mossaz and her team give prompt advice with attention to detail.

The more you prepare, the better they will be able to assist, don’t forget that!

5/5

“We had approached Legal Expat team on two occasion, for a residence permit and employment law.

In both cases team carefully approached our need and delivered needed advise and resolution without back and forth. ” 

5/5

In most cases, you can book a consultation within a few days.
Urgent requests may be accommodated depending on availability.

Your consultation includes up to 45 minutes with a Swiss legal expert, focused on your specific
situation.
After the session, you will receive a written summary with clear explanations and practical next
steps.
There are no hidden fees.

Yes. The fee is CHF 300, regardless of the complexity of your case.

There is no hourly billing and no additional costs for the consultation itself.

You will speak with an immigration specialist or an independent Swiss attorney, depending
on the nature of your request.
All consultations are handled by professionals experienced in Swiss law and expat situations.

No. Legal Expat is not a law firm.
It is a Swiss-based legal service for expats, working with immigration specialists and
independent Swiss attorneys depending on the nature of each request.
This allows us to provide practical, structured and accessible guidance tailored to expats living in
Switzerland.

No. While many of our clients contact us about Swiss permits, we also advise on employment,
family law, tenancy, inheritance and business setup.

Consultations are usually held via video call, so you can join from anywhere in Switzerland or
abroad.
If you are in Geneva, you may also request an in-person meeting at our office.

Yes. After your consultation, you will receive a written summary of the key points discussed,
including practical recommendations.

Yes.
If your situation requires further legal assistance, the independent attorney you consulted
remains free to enter into a direct mandate with you, under their own responsibility.
For immigration-related matters, these are typically handled internally by our team of
immigration specialists.
The initial consultation helps clarify your situation and determine the most appropriate next steps.

Yes. All consultations are treated as strictly confidential.

Yes. All consultations are available in English and tailored to expats living in Switzerland.

Yes. Many clients come with just a few questions but leave with a clear understanding of their
situation and the next steps.
The goal is to save you time, uncertainty and costly mistakes.

Book a consultation

Book your legal consultation with immigration specialists or independent Swiss attorneys. Our consultation can be made on Zoom or in Our office in Geneva for a flat fee of CHF 300.-.

Anne, one of our Immigration specialists in Switzerland